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Over 400 Evangelical Leaders Condemn 'Heresy of Christian Nationalism'
"We feel the urgent need to denounce this violent mutation of our faith," the evangelical Christian leaders wrote in an open letter.
Latino Groups Zero in on Mark Kelly Over Immigration Vote
Publicly and privately Latino groups have wrestled with the vote to withhold stimulus aid from undocumented immigrants by Kelly, fellow Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema, and the other six Democrats that joined them, which they say sent the wrong message so early in the fight for immigration reform.
Biden's Backing of Neera Tanden Could Cost Him Political Capital: Experts
"My advice would be to not lose any more political capital than you already have, don't go to the mat for it, because this is one of several really important appointments that you need to get in place quickly," Kathryn Dunn Tenpas told Newsweek.
Ron Kim Calls Cuomo a 'Coward,' Stands by Ex-Aide's Harassment Allegation
The Democratic New York State assemblyman has been an outspoken critic of the governor.
Liz Cheney Says Trump Should Not Be 'Playing a Role' in U.S., GOP's Future
"That's up to CPAC. I've been clear about my views about President Trump and the extent to which, following January 6, I don't believe that he should be playing a role in the future of the party or the country," Cheney said.
Schumer Calls Stimulus Bill 'Popular'; McConnell Says It Works 'Backwards'
Schumer argues that the majority of Republican voters back Biden's stimulus plan but McConnell says the proposal is counterproductive for Americans.
Bitcoin Bounces Back as Investors Seek Hedge Against Inflation
Bitcoin rebounded Wednesday after a sharp downturn earlier this week as major companies continued to buy the cryptocurrency and hold it as a long-term investment. Bitcoin had plunged from $58,356 on Sunday, a record high, to as low as $45,501 on Tuesday.
Ted Cruz's Approval Rating Among Republicans Drops More Than 20 Percent
The Texas senator's approval rating among Republicans sits at 53 percent, a 23-point decrease from his rating in January.
Lindsey Boylan, Ex-Cuomo Aide, Alleges Governor Sexually Harassed Her
Boylan recounted the governor's alleged misconduct in a personal essay published on Wednesday.
Shelley Moore Capito Criticizes Biden's Stimulus Bill
While speaking with Politico, Capito said, "It's not a hard no vote when only 10 percent of the dollars go to a vaccine and vaccine distribution," in regard to the president's proposed coronavirus relief package.
Largest Tenn. County Health Department Will No Longer Manage Vaccines
State investigations found that the Shelby County Health Department had wasted over 2,400 vaccine doses in seven separate incidents within the past month.
Rep. Stefanik Calls on Cuomo to Resign Amid Allegations of Harassment
A former aide has accused the New York governor of repeated sexual harassment.
Pro-Life Democrats Group Pressures Manchin, Casey to Oppose Xavier Becerra
Biden's nominee to head the Department of Health and Human Services has faced criticism for his lack of experience, support for Medicare for All and abortion-rights stance.
Susan Wright Joins Julia Letlow in Campaigns for Late Husbands' House Seats
Susan Wright is running on a platform of Republican values to win her late husband's congressional seat. Julia Letlow is looking to fill the seat of her husband, Luke, who died of COVID-19 last fall, five days before he was to be sworn into office.
Former Cuomo Aide Says Kim Coming Forward About 'Bullying' Encouraged Her
The former aide writes that "Andrew Cuomo abused his power as Governor to sexually harass me, just as he had done with so many other women."
Over 150 CEOs Urge Congress to Pass Biden's COVID Relief Plan
"We write to urge immediate and large-scale federal legislation to address the health and economic crises brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic," the business leaders wrote.
Philadelphia Doctor Stabbed Multiple Times in Head and Face by Patient
Philadelphia Police said the suspect was taken into custody after he stabbed the doctor who was treating him at Pennsylvania Hospital.
Kyrsten Sinema in the Spotlight as White House Fights to Save Neera Tanden
A vote against Biden's nominee from the Arizona senator would prevent Tanden's confirmation as head of the Office of Management and Budget.
South Carolina Pushes to Bring Back Electric Chair, Resume Executions
A Statehouse committee has voted to advance a bill that would make electrocution the default execution method.
Rob Portman: Biden Is Contradicting Calls for Unity Through COVID Bill
"Most disappointing is the partisan approach the new administration is taking to the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the few areas where there has been real bipartisanship over the past year," the Ohio GOP senator wrote in a new op-ed.
60% of Republicans Support Biden's $1.9 Trillion Stimulus: Poll
The poll, which was conducted by Morning Consult, found 34 percent of Republicans saying they strongly support Biden's coronavirus relief package and 26 percent said they somewhat support it.
Josh Hawley Proposes Tax Credit to Raise Minimum Wage
"Blue-collar workers have shouldered the worst of the pandemic. They deserve to keep more of their hard-earned money. They deserve a pay raise. I am introducing new legislation to give them one," the GOP senator said.